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Two arrested after alleged burglary, thefts
News Staff
On Saturday night, Dec. 25, three men were arrested for an alleged burglary and theft of a motor vehicle in Hart County.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Local
The Hartwell Sun
City insurance accepts coverage for home damaged by sewage
Drew Dotson
More than a month after a Hartwell family’s home was flooded with sewage, the city’s insurance is covering the costs of the damage.
On Nov. 15, Lauren and Alex Emmons awoke to a “volcano of poop” coming out of their toilet and covering their home at 87 Laurel Street.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
The Hartwell Sun
Public Health district urges vigilance as state COVID cases reach new peak
Drew Dotson
COVID-19 cases have rapidly increased over the holiday weekend in northeast Georgia, reflecting a statewide and national trend.
On Tuesday, Dec. 28, the total number of confirmed active cases in Hart County reached 39 with a PCR positivity percentage of 14.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
American Legion Post 109 had the above promotion at the Hart County Courthouse Square for much of December.
WREATHS ACROSS HART COUNTY: Sponsors purchase 954 wreaths for late veterans
Dan Hunt
About 30 volunteers showed up in the rain on Dec. 18 to place wreaths upon the graves of late Hart County veterans.
Sponsors of the Wreaths Across America program purchased 954 wreaths this year for graves in Hart County.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
The unit at Bell’s shopping center in Hartwell that will likely soon be home to an Ace Hardware.
Ace Hardware planned for shopping center formerly known as Bell’s
Drew Dotson
The new owners of the former Bell’s shopping center plan to add an ACE Hardware to the area as well as more development in the future.
Hartwell mayor Brandon Johnson said the new owner Preston Bullock owns several Ace Hardware stores, including one in Lavonia, and currently lives in Hart County.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
A view of a small portion of the 46.53-acre lot at Oakview Crossing.
City sells Oakview Crossing property to developer
Drew Dotson
An investment group called Mosaic Capital closed on the Oakview Crossing property this week to make the city whole on the remainder of a $1 million dollar loan.
Oakview Crossing is the 46.53-acre development site between Walmart and the Ingles Shopping Center in Hartwell.
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
The Hartwell Sun
McDonald’s Shootout next week
Drew Dotson
The 14th Annual McDonald’s Shootout will take place next week at Hart County High School.
The three-day basketball tournament will kick off on Dec. 27 and games will begin at 10 a.m. and the last game will begin at 8:30 p.m. each day.
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Quanterrio Hyman looks to referee for the pin against his Crescent opponent on Wednesday, Dec. 15.
Mat Dogs feel the heat in the Inferno
Drew Dotson
The Hart County wrestling team had a hard time in the Inferno on Wednesday, Dec. 15.
The first matchup was between the two visiting teams, Hart and Crescent.
Hart started poorly with the first four wrestlers being pinned.
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Pashay Saddler shoots off the rebound over the Elbert County defender on Dec. 17 in Elberton.
Lady Dogs struggle on road against Blue Devils
Drew Dotson
The Hart County girls basketball team lost in Elbert County on Friday, Dec. 17.
Elbert started out hot making a high percentage of shots from beyond the arc, taking a 25-8 lead in the first quarter.
The Lady Devils then added 10 points without allowing Hart to score, ending the half up 46-19.
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Tahj Johnson slams down two points in the team’s 53-46 win over the Elbert County Blue Devils in the Inferno, Elbert’s home court.
Into the Inferno: Dogs win tough road game in Elberton
Drew Dotson
The Hart County boys basketball team won a close game on the road against Elbert County on Dec. 17.
The Bulldogs ended up winning 53-46, but not without a heated battle to end the game.
Hart started out strong, leading 18-7 by the end of the first quarter.
Wednesday, December 22, 2021